Joey Mags is back – and looking for re-election in Ward 2 in the Calgary civic election..“I have submitted my nomination papers to seek re-election as your city councillor,” said Joe Magliocca, better known in city hall circles as Joey Mags..“This election there is a clear choice between those who want to raise property taxes to pay for their spending promises, and those who believe in lower taxes to keep more money in your pocket..“Over the last 4 years I kept my promise to vote against tax increases, and I will continue to vote for lower taxes should I once again earn the support of the residents of Ward 2..In the last term, Magliocca became embroiled in an expenses scandal at city hall..He left his intentions until almost the last minute, with only a week left in the nomination process..In early 2020, an investigation by Postmedia found he spent much more than any other council member at the annual Federation of Canadian Municipalities conference in 2019..An external audit found $9,000 in non-eligible expenses he claimed. He repaid the money to city coffers..The other Ward 2 candidates as of Friday are Sareen Singh, Ron Taylor, Kim Tyers, Theo van Besouw and Jennifer Wyness..“Joe Magliocca should be apologizing to Calgarians and resigning, not filing papers for reelection,” said Tyers in a tweet..“I have been calling on the current Councillor for Ward 2, Joe Magliocca, to resign since allegations of inappropriate expenditures came to light last year. Now, I welcome the opportunity to hold him to account at the polls. Voters will be able to render their verdict and let this Councillor know exactly what they think of his reported actions and behaviour.”.Magliocca said finances are his main issue..“Over the next 4 years, we need a city council that is focused on lowering the property tax burden, creating private-sector jobs, and rebuilding our economy,” said Magliocca in a Facebook post..“We also need a council that will support local priorities, like new and improved parks and recreational facilities, community safety and completing infrastructure projects like the Shaganappi Trail / Stoney Trail Interchange Project. “.The Western Standard could not reach Magliocca for comment..Calgarian go to the polls September 18.
